The defendant was charged with the offense of class B aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges after the defendant volunteered his time for 30 hours.

Case Conclusion Date: August 22, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # SE-534-654/55)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens was ultimately able to get the charges dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: August 8, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 09380412)

The defendant was charged with the offense of class A aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time of up to 364 days. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the Judge to dismiss the charges after the defendant volunteered his time for 36 hours.

Case Conclusion Date: August 8, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-735-917)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 3, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 18 300089401)

The defendant was charged with the offense of felony drug possession and was facing potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens researched his client's eligibility for all Cook County deferred prosecution programs. Attorney Stevens found a program that his client qualified for. The client was accepted into the program and upon successful completion of the program the case was dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: July 20, 2018

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CONVICTION VACATED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 053291)

The defendant was previously convicted of a moving violation. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the conviction vacated and protect the validity of his driver's license.

Case Conclusion Date: July 19, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 18 300154801)

The defendant was charged with the offense of felony drug possession and was facing potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens researched his client's eligibility for all Cook County deferred prosecution programs. Attorney Stevens found a program that his client qualified for. The client was accepted into the program and upon successful completion of the program the case was dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: July 13, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-705-791)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: July 6, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 93800093)

The defendant was charged with a traffic offense that had potential negative ramifications to his CDL. The prosecutor was not permitted to amend the charge to a non-moving violation due to an office policy mandate. Attorney Jason Stevens proposed that the charge be dismissed if his client volunteered his time for 20 hours. The prosecutor agreed. The charges were ultimately dismissed and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: July 2, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-688-839)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens negociated a deferred prosecution which ultimately resulted in a dismissal of the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: June 29, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-731-724)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens negotiated a reduction of the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 29, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-700-813)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 14, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: DuPage County Courthouse (Case # 17 CF 2636)

The defendant was pulled over for driving with a defective headlight and was ultimately charged with felony possession of a controlled substance after the arresting officer found drugs in the car. Attorney Jason Stevens subpoena'd the video of the traffic stop which showed the defendant's headlights in proper working order. He filed a motion to quash arrest and suppress evidence arguing that the stop was illegal and the officer's assertion that he observed a traffic violation was not credible. After attorney Stevens filed the motion the prosecutor dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: June 7, 2018

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CONVICTION VACATED

Description: Champaign County Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 5999)

The defendant was previously convicted of a moving violation. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the conviction vacated.

Case Conclusion Date: June 4, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-725-996)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 4, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-726-165)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: May 31, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent her. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate her driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: May 23, 2018

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 0354951/52/53)

The Defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. After an extensive cross examination of the arresting officer followed by closing arguments the Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty on the DUI charge.

Case Conclusion Date: May 21, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # EA-433-707)

The defendant was charged with disobeying a traffic control device. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a broken tail light violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: May 18, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 18 C330001)

The defendant was pulled over for failure to signal and charged with felony driving on a revoked license. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the stop was illegal and the officer's assertion that he observed a traffic violation was not credible. The Judge found that the seizure violated the Fourth Amendment and the state subsequently dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: May 11, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 18 TR 30102)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 27, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 729708)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 19, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-716-396)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 3, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-688-194/95)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent her. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate her driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: April 2, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: McHenry County Courthouse (Case # 17 CM 890)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Domestic Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial on the case and the prosecutor was forced to dismiss the charge due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: March 16, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 90674)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 15, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Addison Courthouse (Case # 18 TR 8461)

The defendant was charged with leaving the scene of an accident and committing a petty traffic offense. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charge of leaving the scene of an accident which carries potential jail time. The defendant was granted supervision on the petty offense which does not count as a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 12, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 62356/58/61)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license, driving with no insurance and committing a petty traffic offense. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charge of driving on a suspended license which carried potential jail time. He further convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the driving with no insurance charge which carried a potential $1,000 fine and 3 month driver's license suspension. The defendant was granted supervision on the petty offense which does not count as a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 12, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: McHenry County Courthouse (Case # 17 CM 897)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Domestic Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: March 9, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 63556646)

The defendant was charged with a traffic offense that had potential negative ramifications to his CDL. The prosecutor was not permitted to amend the charge to a non-moving violation due to an office policy mandate. Attorney Jason Stevens proposed that the charge be dismissed if his client volunteered his time for 18 hours. The prosecutor agreed. The charges were ultimately dismissed and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: March 7, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 CR 1750301)

The defendant was charged with felony aggravated driving while license revoked based on DUI and was facing potential prison time.. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a Motion to Quash Arrest and Suppress Evidence in which he challenged the constitutionality of the stop. The prosecutor reviewed the motion and the facts and circumstances of the case were discussed in a 402 conference. At the conclusion of the conference attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: February 27, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION TO VACATE CONVICTION GRANTED & CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # EA-307-920)

The defendant had a traffic conviction on his record that was negatively impacting his CDL. Attorney Stevens' motion to vacate the conviction was granted. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a parking violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: February 26, 2018

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # SE-537-961)

The defendant was charged with a traffic offense. Attorney Jason Stevens requested that the charge be dismissed if his client volunteered her time for 8 hours. The prosecutor agreed and upon providing proof of successful completion of the volunteer work the case will be dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: February 22, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 95519)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: February 14, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 92122)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: February 14, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 17 CM 3456)

The defendant was charged with the offense of retail theft and was facing potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens researched his client's eligibility for all Lake County deferred prosecution programs. Attorney Stevens found a program that his client qualified for. The client was accepted into the program and upon successful completion of the program the case will be dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: February 8, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION TO VACATE CONVICTION GRANTED & CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 76726)

The defendant had an old traffic conviction that was negatively impacting his CDL. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant did not understand the ramifications to his CDL when he previously pled guilty to the charge. Attorney Stevens' motion to vacate the conviction was granted. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to an obstructed windshield and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: February 7, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: DEFERRED PROSECUTION

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 17 CR 13581/82/83/84)

The defendant was charged with multiple counts of burglary and was facing potential prison time. Attorney Jason Stevens researched his client's eligibility for all Cook County deferred prosecution programs. Attorney Stevens found a program that his client qualified for. The client was accepted into the program and upon successful completion of the program the case will be dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: January 17, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 073017)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding (94/60) which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 12, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: DuPage County Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 093600)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: January 3, 2018

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE DISMISSED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 89104)

The defendant was charged with speeding 64/45 which is considered a serious offense for a CDL holder. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecutor dismissed the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: January 2, 2018

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE DISMISSED

Description: McHenry County Courthouse (Case # 17 CM 898)

The defendant was charged with the offense of domestic battery. Attorney Stevens demanded trial and the prosecutor dismissed the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: December 20, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Aurora Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 056564)

The defendant was charged with driving with no valid license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: December 19, 2017

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # Y9-771-773/74/75)

The Defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. After several Court dates attorney Stevens was able to convince the prosecutor that the case was not provable. The prosecutor ultimately agreed and dismissed all charges.

Case Conclusion Date: December 15, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 086666)

The defendant was charged with disobeying a traffic control device. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a parking violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: December 13, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-457-061/62)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding (102/55) which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge after the defendant completed community service and a victim impact panel. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: December 12, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 69169)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 22, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-685-926)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record and educational history. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 21, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 78866/67)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 21, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Lee County Courthouse (Case # 17 CV 41)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 17, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 71164)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a school zone which carries a mandatory conviction. Attorney Stevens asked the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding so his client could avoid a conviction. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and his client was granted Court supervision and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 16, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 30253678)

The defendant was charged with a speeding violation. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a cracked windshield and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: November 15, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 69467)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 14, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-676-689)

The defendant was charged with aggravated speeding and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens demanded trial and the prosecutor dismissed the charge due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: November 13, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-017-071)

The defendant was charged with a stop sign violation. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a defective brakes violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: November 2, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 53519/20)

The defendant was charged with improper backing and failure to give information following an accident. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens demanded trial and the prosecutor was forced to dismiss all charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: October 25, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 0137268/69/70)

The defendant was charged with operating a commercial motor vehicle without a CDL. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss all charges after his client validated his CDL.

Case Conclusion Date: October 24, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YB-671-238/39)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent her. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate her driving privileges

Case Conclusion Date: October 18, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-157-953/54)

The defendant was charged with unlawful display of a license plate and improper use of registration. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charges be dismissed in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. All charges were dismissed and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: October 12, 2017

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-458-100/1/2)

The Defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and aggravated speeding. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. After an extensive cross examination of the arresting officer followed by closing arguments the Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty on the DUI and aggravated speeding charge.

Case Conclusion Date: October11, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YB-199-794/95/96/97/98)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and numerous other violations including transportation of open alcohol. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss all charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges

Case Conclusion Date: October 4, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 625101891/92)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record and educational history. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: October 4, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 603501655/56)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: September 27, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 37862)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's outstanding educational and employment history. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: September 22, 2017

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # TN-039-346/47/48)

The defendant was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to negligent driving which is a petty offense. The defendant avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: September 15, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CONVICTION VACATED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 58520)

The defendant was previously convicted of a moving violation. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the conviction vacated.

Case Conclusion Date: September 11, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 050613)

The defendant was charged with improper lane usage. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a cracked windshield and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: September 7, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-454-657)

The defendant was charged with speeding. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a cracked windshield and his client's CDL was protected.

The defendant was previously convicted of two moving violations. She hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the convictions vacated and citations dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: September 5, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # SE-413-054/55)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges

Case Conclusion Date: August 30, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # TN-129-528/29/30)

The defendant was charged with leaving the scene of an accident which carries potential jail time. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Stevens was able to get the case reduced to a petty offense and his client avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 29, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-454-493/94/95/96)

The defendant was charged with leaving the scene of an accident and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens was able to get the case dismissed in Court when the matter was resolved with the complaining witness.

Case Conclusion Date: August 25, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 17 CM 1551)

The defendant was charged with the offense of criminal trespass to vehicle. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: August 24, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YD-134-241/42/43)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent her. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate her driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: August 18, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 617404354)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's outstanding character. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 18, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CITATION DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 0139671)

The defendant possessed a CDL and was charged with a traffic violation. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the citation dismissed in Court.

Case Conclusion Date: August 15, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CITATION DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # SE-021-982)

The defendant possessed a CDL and was charged with a traffic violation. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the citation dismissed in Court.

Case Conclusion Date: August 14, 2017

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 CR 8704)

The Defendant was charged with felony driving under the influence of alcohol. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. Attorney Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge to misdemeanor DUI and his client avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 14, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: DuPage Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 3731)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's outstanding character. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 10, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CITATION DISMISSED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 46575)

The defendant possessed a CDL and was charged with a traffic violation that led to an accident. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the citation dismissed in Court.

Case Conclusion Date: August 10, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-459-785)

The defendant was charged with disobeying a traffic control device. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The moving violation was amended to a cracked windshield and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: August 9, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Dupage Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 047004)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's outstanding character. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 3, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-456-036)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a construction zone. Attorney Jason Stevens asked the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and his client avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 3, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-461-063)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a construction zone. Attorney Jason Stevens asked the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and his client avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: July 18, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-342-451)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's outstanding character. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: July 18, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CITATIONS DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 50141787/88)

The defendant was charged with improper lane usage and driving with no valid CDL. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be dismissed via a deferred prosecution in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The defendant completed his deferred prosecution and the citations were dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: July 14, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CONVICTION VACATED CITATION DISMISSED

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # 50140646)

The defendant was previously convicted of Improper Lane Usage. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get the conviction vacated and citation dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: July 13, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 38116)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a school zone which carries a mandatory conviction. Attorney Jason Stevens asked the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and his client avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: July 7, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CITATIONS DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-593-165/66)

The defendant possessed a CDL and was charged with traffic violations. He hired attorney Jason Stevens who was able to get all citations dismissed in Court.

Case Conclusion Date: June 27, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-443-400/1)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: June 23, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: DuPage Courthouse (Case # 17 OV 1467)

The defendant was charged with the offense of disorderly conduct. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: June 22, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 96666)

The defendant was charged with the offense of leaving the scene of an accident with property damage. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: June 22, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-435-951/52/53)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent her. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate her driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: June 15, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 28707055)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 14, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 036850)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 6, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 200015401)

The defendant was charged with criminal trespass to land. After extensive cross examination of the complaining witness, attorney Jason Stevens argued for a finding of not-guilty. Attorney Stevens reasoned that there was no proof as to who owned the land in question and insufficient notice conveyed to his client that his presence was prohibited. The Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: June 1, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 17 200102301)

The defendant was charged with the offense of retail theft. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: May 30, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: DuPage Courthouse (Case # 15 CM 2676)

The defendant was charged with the offense of unlawful possession of less than 2.5 grams of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Attorney Jason Stevens continued the case until Illinois passed a new law decriminalizing less than 10 grams of cannabis. After the law was passed Attorney Stevens scheduled the case for trial. The prosecutor elected to dismiss all criminal charges on the day of trial.

The Defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and resisting arrest. He hired attorney Jason Stevens to defend the case. The Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty on all counts.

Case Conclusion Date: May 19, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: Charge Amended

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # YE-427-467)

The defendant was charged with improper lane usage. He had a chauffer's license and did not want a moving violation on his record. Attorney Jason Stevens asked the prosecutor to amend the charge to a Loud Muffler violation. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the charge was amended.

Case Conclusion Date: May 18, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-430-226/27/28)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: May 16, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 24193/94)

The defendant was charged with the offense of using a cell phone while driving. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The cell phone charge was amended to a parking violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: May 10, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 617404191)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 28, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 17 CR 117)

The defendant was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance by way of fraud, forgery or deception and was facing potential prison time. Attorney Jason Stevens researched his client's eligibility for all Cook County deferred prosecution programs. Attorney Stevens found a program that his client qualified for. The client completed the program and the felony charges against him were dismissed.

Case Conclusion Date: April 24, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Round Lake Beach Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 16098)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 21, 2017

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Lockport Branch Court (Case # 17 TR 02011/12)

The defendant was charged with the offense of speeding. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the speeding be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The speeding charge was amended to a loud muffler violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: April 20, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 12424)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 13, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-319-527/28)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and hired attorney Jason Stevens to represent him. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges when his client was able to validate his driving privileges.

Case Conclusion Date: March 27, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Round Lake Beach Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 6866)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 24, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 13835)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 16, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: DuPage County Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 090620)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: March 14, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 200133801)

The defendant was charged with the offense of criminal Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens reasoned that due to his client's lack of criminal history she should be permitted to participate in a deferred prosecution program. The client completed the program and the charges against her were dismissed..

Case Conclusion Date: March 10, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: PARTICIPATION IN VETERANS COURT PROGRAM

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 16 CM 2521)

The defendant was an army veteran charged with misdemeanor unlawful display of vehicle registration. Attorney Jason Stevens reasoned that due to the defendant's service to our country she should be permitted to participate in a deferred prosecution program. The prosecutor agreed and the defendant's request to participate in the Veteran's Court program was granted.

Case Conclusion Date: March 9, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 CM 3116)

The defendant was charged with the criminal offense of Battery and retained attorney Jason Stevens to defend him. Attorney Stevens requested that his client be permitted to participate in a deferred prosecution program due to his lack of criminal history and military service. The client completed the program and the charges were ultimately dismissed.

The client had a revoked driver's license and needed to petition for reinstatement. Attorney Jason Stevens represented the client at an informal hearing at the Secretary of State's Office and his petition to reinstate his client's driving privileges was granted.

Case Conclusion Date: February 28, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Downers Grove Courthouse (Case # 17 TR 4290)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: February 23, 2017

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 55172/73/74/75)

The defendant was 16 years old and charged with: (1) driving with no valid license; (2) violating the conditions of his instruction permit; (3) driving with too many passengers; and (4) driving with expired registration. The defendant was a good student with a history of volunteer work. Attorney Jason Stevens asked the prosecutor if he would allow the client to participate in a deferred prosecution program in exchange for dismissal of the charges. The client completed the program and all charges were dismissed allowing the client to start his driving career with a clean slate.

Case Conclusion Date: February 9, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 CR 1504601)

The defendant was charged with felony possession of cannabis with intent to deliver. The client spent 36 days on electronic home monitoring prior to hiring attorney Jason Stevens. Upon entering the case attorney Stevens asked that the charge be reduced to a misdemeanor and that the client be sentenced to time served based on the time his client had spent on electronic home monitoring. Attorney Stevens noted that his client was employed full time and a felony conviction could have severe career ramifications. Attorney Stevens' request was granted and the charge was reduced to a misdemeanor with a sentence of time served.

Case Conclusion Date: February 8, 2017

Practice Area: DUI/DWI DEFENSE

Outcome: SUMMARY SUSPENSION RESCINDED

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # TN-039-346/47/48)

The defendant's driving privileges were slated to be suspended due to the defendant's DUI arrest and the fact that he refused to take a breathalyzer test. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the arresting officers did not have reasonable grounds to believe that the defendant was under the influence of alcohol at the time they effectuated the arrest. The Judge agreed and granted the petition to rescind the summary suspension which saved the client's driver's license.

Case Conclusion Date: January 26, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 16 500398401)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Criminal Trespass to Residence. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the charges due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: January 25, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YE-309-553/54)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 24, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Round Lake Beach Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 88094)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 20, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 16 MC 5003237)

The defendant was charged with the offenses of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Obstructing a Police Officer and Possession of Cannabis. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecution elected to dismiss the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: January 9, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 62511467)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record, respectable career and prestigious educational background. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 3, 2017

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 90304)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: December 30, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # SE-409-411)

The defendant was charged with the offense of speeding. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the speeding be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored. The speeding charge was amended to a parking violation and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: December 19, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 16 DV 5113501)

The defendant was charged with domestic battery. After extensive cross examination of the complaining witness, a detailed direct examination of his client, and closing arguments attorney Jason Stevens argued for a finding of not-guilty. The Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: December 16, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 0080419)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Aggravated Speeding. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: December 14, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 84109)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: December 13, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-411-972/73)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and speeding. The defendant was able to appear in Court with a valid license. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss not only the driving while license suspended charge but the accompanying speeding charge as well.

Case Conclusion Date: December 8, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 0134884)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: December 8, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-125-124/25/26)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license and other offenses. The defendant was able to appear in Court with a valid license. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss not only the driving while license suspended charge but the accompanying charges as well.

Case Conclusion Date: December 7, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Glendale Heights Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 065353)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: December 1, 2016

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # EA-310-440)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a construction zone. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding due to the defendant's good driving record. The client did not have to pay the high mandatory construction zone fine and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 18, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 32969)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 17, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 60481)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: November 10, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 16 MC 2002126)

The defendant was charged with two counts of Odometer Fraud and False Odometer Certification. Attorney Jason Stevens negotiated a restitution agreement with the complaining witnesses prior to trial. The prosecutor subsequently dismissed all charges.

Case Conclusion Date: November 10, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Grand & Central Courthouse (Case # 16 1205580)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Carrying a Concealed Weapon into an Airport. Attorney Jason Stevens brought exculpatory evidence to the prosecutor's attention. The prosecutor subsequently elected to dismiss the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: October 28, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # 16 MC 4000284)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Criminal Trespass to Vehicle. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: October 24, 2016

Practice Area: LITIGATING ORDERS OF PROTECTION

Outcome: Petition for a Plenary Order of Protection Granted

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 16 OP 1742)

Attorney Stevens' client sought an Order of Protection based on a harassing phone call made by the respondent. At the hearing attorney Stevens argued that the phone call served no purpose and that his client should be granted an Order of Protection to avoid further instances of harassment. The Judge agreed with attorney Stevens and granted the Order of Protection.

Case Conclusion Date: October 20, 2016

Practice Area: DUI/DWI DEFENSE

Outcome: SUMMARY SUSPENSION RESCINDED

Description: DuPage County Courthouse (Case # 16 DT 2359)

The defendant's driving privileges were slated to be suspended due to the defendant's DUI arrest and the fact that she took a breathalyzer test and blew over the legal limit. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor of his client's dire need to drive for employment purposes. The prosecutor showed compassion and agreed to rescind the defendant's summary suspension.

Case Conclusion Date: October 4, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # YE-296-593/94)

The defendant was charged with Disobeying a Traffic Control Device and Using a Cell Phone While Driving. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL. He requested that the Disobeying a Traffic Control Device be amended to an alternative charge and that the cell phone ticket be dismissed in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the Disobeying a Traffic Control Device charge was amended to a loud muffler violation. The cell phone ticket was dismissed and his client's CDL was protected.

Case Conclusion Date: September 27, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # EA-204-815/16)

The defendant was accused of driving on a revoked license. The arresting officer pulled the defendant over after purportedly running his license plate and learning that the registered owner of the vehicle the defendant was driving had a suspended driver's license. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a motion arguing that the defendant's vehicle was illegally stopped. He presented evidence that the registered owner's license was valid at the time of the stop. The Judge ruled that the stop was illegal and that the officer's subsequent discovery that the defendant had a revoked license would not be admissible at trial. The state elected to dismiss the case.

Case Conclusion Date: August 31, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Addison Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 058487)

The defendant was charged with the offense of talking on a cell phone while driving. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL and requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the charge was amended to a loud muffler violation so as to enable his client to safeguard his CDL.

Case Conclusion Date: August 29, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 15 MC 32794)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

The defendant's driving privileges were suspended due to the defendant's DUI arrest and the fact that she refused a breathalyzer test. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to rescind his client's driver's license suspension and to reduce the DUI charge to Reckless Driving. The client got her driver's license back and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: August 19, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-412-191)

The defendant was charged with misdemeanor Failure to Give Information after an Accident. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: August 15, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 15 CF 1465)

The defendant was charged with the offense of felony Burglary and was facing up to 7 years in prison. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to accept restitution and reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. The defendant accepted the misdemeanor disposition and avoided jail time.

Case Conclusion Date: August 11, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # L1-419-398)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Retail Theft. Attorney Jason Stevens explained to the prosecutor that a conviction could have a negative impact on his client's immigration status. The prosecutor offered a deferred prosecution and ultimately dismissed the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: August 3, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 50008223)

The defendant was charged with the offense of improper lane usage in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-709. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL and requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career as a truck driver. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the charge was amended so as to enable his client to safeguard his CDL.

Case Conclusion Date: August 1, 2016

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Round Lake Beach Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 45841)

The defendant was charged with speeding in a construction zone. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to amend the charge to simple speeding due to the defendant's good driving record. The client did not have to pay the high mandatory construction zone fine and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: July 8, 2016

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 34801)

The defendant was charged with failing to yield while turning left and causing an accident. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and after extensive cross examination of the complaining witness, a detailed direct examination of his client, and closing arguments the Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: July 1, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-148-583/84)

The defendant was charged with driving on a suspended license. While the defendant was awaiting her Court date Attorney Jason Stevens assisted his client in validating her driver's license. The defendant was able to appear in Court with a valid license and the prosecutor elected to dismiss the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: July 1, 2016

Practice Area: DUI/DWI DEFENSE

Outcome: SUMMARY SUSPENSION RESCINDED

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # YE-216-851/52)

The defendant's driving privileges were slated to be suspended due to the defendant's DUI arrest and the fact that he refused a breathalyzer test. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the suspension should not take hold because the officer did not have reasonable grounds to believe the defendant was driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The Judge agreed and rescinded the defendant's summary suspension.

Case Conclusion Date: June 17, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 15 CF 428)

The defendant was charged with the offenses of felony theft and forgery and was facing up to 7 years in prison. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to accept restitution and reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 10, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 16 300129201)

The defendant was charged with misdemeanor theft. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the charges in exchange for restitution.

Case Conclusion Date: June 9, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Markham Courthouse (Case # YB-634-017/18)

The defendant was accused of driving on a revoked license. The arresting officer pulled the defendant over after purportedly running his license plate and learning that the registered owner of the vehicle the defendant was driving had a revoked driver's license. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a motion arguing that the defendant's vehicle was illegally stopped on the grounds that the officer could not have run the license plate based on his proximity to the defendant's vehicle. Attorney Stevens further noted that the officer did not testify as to whether the defendant was the only registered owner of the vehicle. The Judge ruled that the stop was illegal and that the officer's subsequent discovery that the defendant had a revoked license would not be admissible at trial. The state elected to dismiss the case.

Case Conclusion Date: June 7, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 26116)

The defendant was charged with the offense of improper lane usage in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-709. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL and requested that the charge be amended to an alternative charge in order to avoid potential negative ramifications to his client's career as a truck driver. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the charge was amended so as to enable his client to safeguard his CDL.

Case Conclusion Date: June 1, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 647402795)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: June 1, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Addison Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 033212)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: May 27, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 108569/70/74)

The defendant was charged with misdemeanor Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: May 26, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 24639)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: May 20, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Harrison Street Courthouse (Case # 15 DV 7986401)

The defendant was charged with domestic battery and violating an order of protection. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the state elected to dismiss the violation of order of protection charge. After extensive cross examination of the complaining witness, a detailed direct examination of his client, and closing arguments the Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty as to the domestic battery charge.

Case Conclusion Date: May 12, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: PROBATION VIOLATION WITHDRAWN

Description: Dupage Courthouse (Case # 15 CF 109)

The defendant was on felony probation for the charge of aggravated driving under the influence (Class 2 felony). He faced up to 7 years in prison when the State's Attorney's Office filed a violation petition alleging the defendant had tampered with his SCRAM device affixed to his ankle. Attorney Jason Stevens brought evidence to Court that the defendant suffered from a skin condition that rendered the SCRAM device unreliable. After reviewing the evidence the prosecutor withdrew the petition and the defendant remained free on probation.

Case Conclusion Date: May 10, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 8056)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 21, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 535900229)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 19, 2016

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED (SAVED CLIENT'S DRIVER'S LICENSE)

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-173-542)

The defendant was charged with disobeying a school bus stop sign which carries a mandatory 3 month driver's license suspension. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that his client needed to drive to perform her work duties and that a 3 month suspension of her driver's license would potentially lead to her termination. The prosecutor was compassionate and amended the charge to a simple stop sign violation that did not carry a mandatory driver's license suspension. The client also avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 15, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 107093)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 14, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Park City Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 21492)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 7, 2016

Practice Area: TRAFFIC DEFENSE

Outcome: CONVICTION VACATED

Description: Glendale Heights Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 112425)

The defendant was charged with driving without insurance and initially was convicted after attending Court without an attorney. The conviction triggered a 3 month suspension of his driver's license. Defendant hired attorney Jason Stevens before the suspension took effect. Attorney Stevens filed a motion to vacate the conviction on the grounds that the defendant was statutorily eligible for supervision. The Court granted the motion and defendant saved his driver's license

Case Conclusion Date: April 6, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 16 TR 9081)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: April 1, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Markham Courthouse (Case # 16 500076801)

The defendant was charged with obstructing identification for allegedly giving a false name to a police officer. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the State to dismiss the charges after showing evidence that his client had given her marital name which she had not yet legally changed.

Case Conclusion Date: March 14, 2016

Practice Area: CDL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YE-143-053)

The defendant was charged with the offense of disobeying a police officer in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-203. Attorney Jason Stevens advised the prosecutor that the defendant had a CDL and requested that the charge be amended to an equipment violation so as to avoid potential negative ramifications to the defendant's career as a truck driver. Attorney Stevens' request was honored and the charge was amended to an equipment violation.

Case Conclusion Date: March 11, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # TH-542-945)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on her record.

Case Conclusion Date: February 24, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Dupage County Courthouse (Case # 15 CM 2605)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Attempt Theft. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: February 18, 2016

Practice Area: DUI/DWI DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE AMENDED TO RECKLESS DRIVING

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # YE-042-573)

The defendant had a prior DUI disposition and was facing the mandatory revocation of his driver's license. Attorney Jason Stevens answered ready for trial and the prosecutor offered to amend the charge to Reckless Driving. The defendant accepted the prosecutor's offer and his driving privileges were saved.

Case Conclusion Date: February 17, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: PARTICIPATION IN VETERANS COURT PROGRAM

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # 15 C44069601)

The defendant was an army veteran charged with Aggravated Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that due to the defendant's service to our country he should be permitted to participate in a deferred prosecution program. The Judge agreed and the defendant's request to participate in the Veteran's Court program was granted.

Case Conclusion Date: February 11, 2016

Practice Area: DUI/DWI DEFENSE

Outcome: SUMMARY SUSPENSION RESCINDED

Description: Dupage County Courthouse (Case # 16 DT 30)

The defendant's driving privileges were slated to be suspended due to the defendant's DUI arrest and the fact that he blew above .08. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the suspension should not take hold because the defendant was not read his warnings to motorist. The Judge agreed after attorney Stevens pointed out discrepancies between the warnings to motorist form that was handed to the defendant and the one that was in the Court file. The summary suspension was rescinded and the defendant's driving privileges were saved.

Case Conclusion Date: February 2, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 93445)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's decent driving record and high level of education. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 15, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 107052)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to reduce the charge due to the defendant's good driving record. The charge was amended to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 12, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CHARGE REDUCED

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 15 TR 105473)

The defendant was charged with the offense of aggravated speeding which carries potential jail time. Attorney Jason Stevens convinced the prosecutor to amend the charge to petty speeding which does not carry jail time. The defendant accepted a disposition of supervision on the petty speeding charge and avoided a conviction on his record.

Case Conclusion Date: January 4, 2016

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 15 300374801)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: October 29, 2015

Practice Area: LITIGATING ORDERS OF PROTECTION

Outcome: Petition for a Plenary Order of Protection Denied

Description: Markham Courthouse (Case # 15 OP 60798)

The petitioner filed a request to obtain an order of protection alleging that the respondent was harassing her and had damaged her property. Attorney Jason Stevens represented the respondent and argued that the order of protection should be denied because the petitioner did not meet the definition of "Family or Household Member" as set forth in the Domestic Violence Act. The Judge agreed with attorney Stevens and denied the petition.

The defendant was charged with the offense of Unlawful Contact with a Street Gang Member. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: August 4, 2015

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Will County Courthouse (Case # 15 CM 457)

The defendant was charged with the offense of Battery for allegedly slamming a door on the complaining witnesses hand. Attorney Jason Stevens demanded trial and the prosecution was forced to dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.

Case Conclusion Date: July 23, 2015

Practice Area: LITIGATING ORDERS OF PROTECTION

Outcome: MOTION FOR PLENARY ORDER OF PROTECTION DENIED

Description: Markham Courthouse (Case # 15 OP 60529)

The respondent was served with a petition for a plenary order of protection. The Judge ruled in favor of the respondent after attorney Jason Stevens argued that the petitioner would likely use such a tool as an excuse to call the police and that a plenary order of protection was not appropriate under the circumstances.

Case Conclusion Date: April 17, 2015

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: 26th & California Courthouse (Case # 14 CR 14400)

The defendant was accused of felony Unlawful Use of A Weapon after he was pulled over for a seatbelt violation and the police found a handgun in the back seat of his SUV. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a motion arguing that the defendant's vehicle was illegally searched on the grounds that the officers did not obtain a warrant and did not have probable cause to believe the vehicle contained contraband. The state argued that a warrant was not necessary because the gun was visible in plain view inside an unzipped duffel bag. Attorney Stevens brought the duffel bag to Court and the Judge was able to ascertain that the gun would not have been visible from the officer's vantage point even if the bag was unzipped. The Judge suppressed the gun from evidence and the State was forced to dismiss the case.

Case Conclusion Date: February 11, 2015

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: 26th & California Courthouse (Case # 14 CR 14090)

The defendant was accused of felony possession of heroin. Following attorney Jason Stevens' cross examination of the arresting officer the Judge found that the state failed to meet its burden of proof and rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: January 30, 2015

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # YB-223-134)

The Defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol after he was involved in a vehicle collision and failed standardized field sobriety tests. Attorney Jason Stevens offered evidence that the defendant had a prosthetic ankle which hindered his balance. After considering the defendant's physical ailment the Judge found that his inability to pass the field sobriety tests may have been due to his prosthetic ankle and not as a result of alcohol consumption. The Judge rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: January 20, 2015

Practice Area: DUI / DWI & CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 14 DT 730) (14 CM 1496)

Our client was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and resisting arrest. Attorney Jason Stevens saved the defendant's driver's license when he argued that the defendant attempted to blow into a breathalyzer machine but the machine failed to quantify a result. The Judge dismissed the summary suspension after finding that the defendant did not refuse to take a breath test. Following the hearing the State's Attorney's Office voluntarily dismissed all charges.

Case Conclusion Date: December 17, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # 38219547/48/49/50)

The defendant was accused of driving under the influence of alcohol after a state trooper smelled alcohol on his breath while investigating an accident. On cross examination the trooper admitted that he could not tell how much our client had to drink merely by the smell of alcohol. In closing argument Attorney Jason Stevens noted that the state failed to elicit evidence of where his client was prior to being stopped and how much he had to drink. The Judge found the defendant not-guilty of DUI after a bench trial.

Case Conclusion Date: November 4, 2014

Practice Area: LITIGATING ORDERS OF PROTECTION

Outcome: CASE DISMISSED

Description: Dupage County Courthouse (Case # 14 OP 1498)

The respondent was served with a petition for a 2 year plenary order of protection by his ex-wife. At the hearing attorney Jason Stevens established that the petitioner had multiple instances of voluntary contact with the respondent since she filed her petition. Attorney Stevens argued that the petitioner's actions were not consistent with someone who was genuinely afraid and needed an order of protection. The Judge agreed and ruled in favor of our client.

Case Conclusion Date: August 28, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Will County Courthouse (Case # 14 DT 561)

The defendant was pulled over for speeding and admitted to consuming 4 beers. On cross-examination attorney Jason Stevens questioned the trooper with regards to his training and the trooper admitted that the human body absorbs approximately one alcoholic beverage per hour. The trooper conceded that he did not know when the defendant consumed his last drink and did not know over how long a period of time he was drinking. The Judge found the defendant not-guilty of DUI.

Case Conclusion Date: August 6, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: FINDING OF NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YB-058-340/41/42)

The defendant submitted to a standardized field sobriety test known as the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test ("HGN") and was charged with DUI. At trial the arresting officer asserted that the defendant failed the test. The Judge would not consider the officer's testimony when attorney Jason Stevens pointed out that the officer did not administer the test properly and did not testify that her training was in accordance with the standards set forth by the National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration ("NHTSA"). Attorney Stevens relied on People v. McKown 126 Ill. 2d 278; 924 N.E.2d 941; Ill. LEXIS 270; 338 Ill. Dec. 415 (2010) and the Judge would not consider the results of the HGN test. The defendant was found not guilty of 2 counts of DUI.

Case Conclusion Date: June 30, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YB-196-589/90/91)

The defendant was pulled over after the arresting officer asserted he committed a lane violation. The defendant subsequently failed his field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that there was no lane violation and that the officer did not have a lawful basis to stop the defendant. The Judge agreed and suppressed all evidence obtained subsequent to the illegal stop. Following the Judge's ruling the State dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: June 25, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # YW-694-513/14/15)

The defendant was found asleep at the wheel with his vehicle partially up on a curb and pressed up against the car in front of him. The arresting officer claimed he smelled a strong odor of alcohol and asserted that the defendant appeared disoriented. The Judge found the defendant not guilty after attorney Jason Stevens argued that the defendant consumed only one beer and he fell asleep due to fatigue and not alcohol consumption.

Case Conclusion Date: June 18, 2014

Practice Area: MUNICIPAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Mundelein Courthouse (Case # 14 TR 00020806)

The defendant was found not guilty of numerous Lincolnshire municipal violations when attorney Jason Stevens argued that one of the ordinances in question was not applicable to our client's conduct. Attorney Stevens further argued that the prosecution failed to prove all the elements of the alleged violations and the Judge agreed.

Case Conclusion Date: June 9, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YB-092-312)

The defendant was stopped for swerving out of her lane. The arresting officer smelled alcohol and noted slurred speech. The defendant subsequently failed her field sobriety tests. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the field sobriety tests were not properly administered due to the defendant wearing heels which exceeded two inches in length. Attorney Stevens further argued that our client appeared mentally attentive and coherent. The Judge found that the State failed to meet its burden and entered a finding of not guilty on the DUI charge.

The defendant was arrested for Battery after the complaining witness alleged that he attacked her in an elevator and choked her. Attorney Jason Stevens impeached the complaining witness by noting that she made claims at trial that she previously failed to make in a prior written statement. The Judge found the defendant not guilty on the grounds that the State failed to meet its burden of proof.

Case Conclusion Date: March 19, 2014

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: 26th & California Courthouse (Case # 13 CR 18131)

The defendant was charged with Aggravated Unlawful Use of A Weapon when a revolver was found in the trunk of his vehicle. Attorney Jason Stevens found an exemption in the UUW statute and the Judge found the defendant not guilty on the grounds that the handgun was not immediately accessible to our client at the time he was stopped.

Case Conclusion Date: March 17, 2014

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Dupage County Courthouse (Case # 13 DT 3693)

The defendant was charged with driving under the combined influence of drugs and alcohol. During attorney Jason Stevens' cross examination the officer conceded that he was not a drug recognition expert and could only speculate as to what drugs our client had consumed. The defendant was found not guilty after trial and his driver's license suspension was rescinded.

Case Conclusion Date: February 14, 2014

Practice Area: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 13 DV 3094301)

The defendant was charged with Domestic Battery and the complaining witness was seeking a 2 year plenary order of protection. At the close of the evidence the Judge found the defendant not guilty and denied the complaining witness' request for a 2 year order of protection.

Case Conclusion Date: December 3, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Bridgeview Courthouse (Case # 12 CR 532601)

The defendant was apprehended on the street by a Chicago Police Officer while in Possession of a sawed off shotgun. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a motion to suppress the shotgun on the grounds that the defendant was searched in violation of the 4th Amendment. The Judge agreed that the search was illegal and granted the motion. After the Judge granted the motion the prosecution dismissed the charges.

Case Conclusion Date: August 12, 2013

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY OF DUI AFTER TRIAL

Description: Daley Center Courthouse (Case # TB-522-961/62/63/64)

The defendant was involved in a motor vehicle accident and allegedly left the scene before being caught and charged with DUI. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the State presented insufficient evidence of impairment. The Judge agreed and found the defendant not guilty on the DUI charge.

Case Conclusion Date: August 5, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 13 CR 284601)

The defendant was pulled over for failure to activate his headlights. The arresting officers searched his vehicle and discovered methamphetamine. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the vehicle the defendant was driving (year 2013) had headlights that turned on automatically upon starting the engine. The Judge found that the seizure violated the Fourth Amendment and suppressed the drugs. The State subsequently dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: June 20, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Skokie Courthouse (Case # 12 CR 1931901)

The defendant was pulled over by officers from the Chicago Police Department who proceeded to search his vehicle until they found Methamphetamine . The arresting officers asserted that the defendant consented to the search. Attorney Jason Stevens argued to the Judge that the defendant's consent was the product of police coercion. The Judge agreed and granted the motion to suppress the drugs. The State subsequently dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: June 24, 2013

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # YW-010-974/75/76/77)

The defendant was charged with DUI, Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Failure to Give Information. Following attorney Jason Stevens' cross examination of the arresting officers the Judge ruled that the State failed to prove the defendant was the driver of the offending vehicle and rendered a verdict of not guilty.

Case Conclusion Date: June 4, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Grand & Central Branch 23 Courthouse (Case # 131204100)

The defendant was charged with Battery. Attorney Jason Stevens argued to the Judge that the defendant was acting in self defense and the evidence did not establish who initiated the physical altercation. The Judge agreed and found the defendant not guilty.

The defendant was charged with DUI along with Possession of Cannabis and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The Judge found the defendant not guilty of all charges after trial.

Case Conclusion: Date: February 11, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER APPELLATE COURT REVERSED CONVICTION

Description: Second District Appellate Court (Case # 11 CM 4244)

After the defendant was unjustly found guilty of Attempt Criminal Sexual Abuse attorney Jason Stevens appealed the trial Judge’s decision to the Appellate Court. The Appellate Court agreed that the evidence at trial did not merit a finding of guilty and reversed the defendant's conviction.

Case Conclusion: Date: January 16, 2013

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: 111th & Ellis Branch 35 Courthouse (Case # 12 123681701)

The defendant was charged with Battery. After attorney Jason Stevens cross examined the complaining witness the Judge questioned her credibility. Attorney Stevens also argued that the injuries the defendant sustained showed she was acting in self defense. The Judge agreed and found the defendant not guilty.

The defendant was charged with the crime of Theft. Attorney Jason Stevens filed a motion to dismiss the complaint on the grounds that it failed to state an offense. The Judge agreed with attorney Stevens' argument and dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: December 18, 2012

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: 26th & California Courthouse (Case # 12 CR 16256)

The defendant was stopped at a building which was under surveillance by the Chicago Police Department. He was searched and the police recovered methamphetamine. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the officers did not have reasonable suspicion that he had committed a crime. The Judge agreed and suppressed the drugs. The State subsequently dismissed the case.

Case Conclusion Date: November 16, 2012

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: MOTION GRANTED CASE DISMISSED

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # YW-461-688/89)

The defendant was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that the arresting officer did not have reasonable grounds to believe the defendant was under the influence of alcohol. The Judge agreed and granted attorney Stevens' motion to quash arrest & suppress evidence. The Judge also rescinded the defendant's statutory summary suspension. The State subsequently dismissed the charges

Case Conclusion Date: November 15, 2012

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Dupage Courthouse (Case # 12 DT 1987)

The defendant was charged with DUI and Underage Drinking. He was found not guilty of all charges following a bench trial after attorney Jason Stevens successfully argued that the State failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.

Case Conclusion Date: October 26, 2012

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Maywood Courthouse (Case # 7439927/28)

The defendant was found not guilty of DUI after a bench trial in which attorney Jason Stevens successfully argued that the state failed to prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt.

The defendant was found not guilty of DUI after attorney Jason Stevens successfully litigated a bench trial.

Case Conclusion Date: July 2, 2012

Practice Area: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 12 CM 1279)

The defendant was found not guilty of Domestic Battery following a bench trial in which attorney Jason Stevens successfully argued that the state failed to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.

Case Conclusion Date: June 12, 2012

Practice Area: CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Rolling Meadows Courthouse (Case # 11 300551001)

Our client was found not guilty of Retail Theft when the State failed to prove that merchandise was missing from the department store in which our client was accused of shoplifting.

Case Conclusion Date: January 25, 2012

Practice Area: DUI / DWI

Outcome: NOT GUILTY AFTER TRIAL

Description: Lake County Courthouse (Case # 11 DT 2820)

The defendant was pulled over for driving too slow and charged with DUI. Attorney Jason Stevens argued that driving too slow did not constitute a lawful basis to effectuate a traffic stop because the defendant was not impeding traffic. The Judge granted the motion to quash the arrest on the grounds that the stop was illegal. The State dismissed the charges and the defendant's statutory summary suspension was rescinded.

Law Office of Jason B. Stevens, P.C. has offices in Arlington Heights, IL and serves clients throughout the Chicago area, including: Cook, Lake, DuPage, McHenry, Kane and Will counties.